Hanoi's traffic through German photographer's lens

The traffic in Hanoi is "strange" in the eyes of international visitors. Here are some photos taken by German photographer Jork Digmann.

The traffic in Hanoi is “strange” in the eyes of international visitors. Here are some photos taken by German photographer Jork Digmann.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

The intersection near the Hoan Kiem Lake is the most ideal place to "enjoy" traffic culture in Hanoi.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

A huge number of vehicles passes through the area each second.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

There are no rules here. Each vehicle goes in one direction, avoids the others by instinct, without the control of traffic police or signboards.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

For local people, this is the usual story.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

But it is difficult to believe in the eyes of foreign visitors.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

Sidewalks for motorbikes, roadways for pedestrians - only in Vietnam!

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

Sometimes animals like dogs, cats or chickens suddenly appear on the road.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

Motorbikes can carry more cargo than you might imagine.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

Masks are an indispensable item of both adults and children on the road.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

On the road, vehicles are crowded. In the sky above, electric wires are strung like spider webs.

Hanoi traffic, Jork Digmann, foreign photographer

The hawkers contribute to the vivid picture of Hanoi traffic.

(Source: Kienthuc)